Texas OSSF Installer Practice Exam
Questions And Correct Answers
ATMOSPHERE, PRECIPITATION, RUNOFF
In the hydrologic cycle, water moves by evaporation and transpiration into the
___________________ where it comes in contact with cooler air, condenses, and
falls to the ground in the form of _____________________ (sleet, snow, hail or
rain), and the surface water supply through _____________________.
GROUND WATER
The term ___________ _____________ refers to water that collects beneath the
surface of the earth in porous, permeable, water-bearing geologic formations or
aquifers.
SURFACE WATERS
The term __________ _____________ refers to water that is found above ground
in containment areas, such as lakes, rivers, streams, creeks and reservoirs.
LOCAL PERCOLATION.
Water table aquifers are recharged by ___________ __________________.
,SEEPAGE PITS.
Rock-filled or lined pits dug at least 4 feet deep at the end of a septic tank
absorption field system are called _________ _________.
CESSPOOLS.
Pits constructed in permeable soil with open-jointed material along the sides to
the bottom of the pit that receive a direct discharge of raw waste water are
called __________________.
MICROORGANISMS
How are water born diseases transmitted?
Neighborhood pollution, groundwater pollution and surface water pollution.
What are 3 primary routes of containment for pathogenetic microorganisms and
harmful chemicals from on-site sewage systems to our environment?
~Diseases that can be spread by direct or indirect contact with the standing
water.
, ~Vectors such as roaches and flies, that can also spread diseases after coming in
contact with the waste water.
~Unsightly and unpleasant living conditions that result from the standing waste
water.
~Feuds and bad relationships with neighbors that can result from waste water
problems.
~Property values drop and real estate transactions fall through. No one benefits
and everyone suffers when neighborhoods are fouled by waste water.
What problems are a result of neighborhood pollution?
Sustains human life, the natural environment and the economic life of Texas
Why is acceptable quality water vital?
Agricultural, industrial/commercial and drinking water.
Groundwater that is obtained via a well can be used for what purpose?
Water table aquifer is in direct contact with either the soil or the intermediate
belt.
Questions And Correct Answers
ATMOSPHERE, PRECIPITATION, RUNOFF
In the hydrologic cycle, water moves by evaporation and transpiration into the
___________________ where it comes in contact with cooler air, condenses, and
falls to the ground in the form of _____________________ (sleet, snow, hail or
rain), and the surface water supply through _____________________.
GROUND WATER
The term ___________ _____________ refers to water that collects beneath the
surface of the earth in porous, permeable, water-bearing geologic formations or
aquifers.
SURFACE WATERS
The term __________ _____________ refers to water that is found above ground
in containment areas, such as lakes, rivers, streams, creeks and reservoirs.
LOCAL PERCOLATION.
Water table aquifers are recharged by ___________ __________________.
,SEEPAGE PITS.
Rock-filled or lined pits dug at least 4 feet deep at the end of a septic tank
absorption field system are called _________ _________.
CESSPOOLS.
Pits constructed in permeable soil with open-jointed material along the sides to
the bottom of the pit that receive a direct discharge of raw waste water are
called __________________.
MICROORGANISMS
How are water born diseases transmitted?
Neighborhood pollution, groundwater pollution and surface water pollution.
What are 3 primary routes of containment for pathogenetic microorganisms and
harmful chemicals from on-site sewage systems to our environment?
~Diseases that can be spread by direct or indirect contact with the standing
water.
, ~Vectors such as roaches and flies, that can also spread diseases after coming in
contact with the waste water.
~Unsightly and unpleasant living conditions that result from the standing waste
water.
~Feuds and bad relationships with neighbors that can result from waste water
problems.
~Property values drop and real estate transactions fall through. No one benefits
and everyone suffers when neighborhoods are fouled by waste water.
What problems are a result of neighborhood pollution?
Sustains human life, the natural environment and the economic life of Texas
Why is acceptable quality water vital?
Agricultural, industrial/commercial and drinking water.
Groundwater that is obtained via a well can be used for what purpose?
Water table aquifer is in direct contact with either the soil or the intermediate
belt.
